Badminton practical assessment
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can apply the full rules and appropriate tactics to perform in a competitive singles/doubles game.
Key learning points
- Move: performing a serve, clear, smash and then playing out the point illustrates competence in a range of shots.
- Move: performing touch shots requires control and precision.
- Think: hitting different shots requires adjustments to body position to ensure a sideways position to generate power.
- Feel: confidence is required to demonstrate a full range of shots.
- Connect: calling the score clearly between every point helps ensure the game is played fairly.
Keywords
Delay - making someone wait
Singles - playing as an individual
Doubles - playing as a pair to form a team partnership
Common misconception
There is no advantage to delaying your shot when playing a compeititve game.
Delaying your shot can be effective at wrong footing your opponent.
Teacher tip
You can change the selection and order of shots within 3 or 5 shot routine to challenge all pupils.
Equipment
1 badminton racket per pupil, at least 1 shuttlecock between two, exam board specification.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is it important to vary your shot selection during a game?
Q2.What reduces your opponent's ability to predict where you will hit the shuttlecock?
Q3.What should you show when demonstrating a full range of shots in an assessment?
Q4.Why should you call the score clearly between every point?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is it essential to have a good lunge in badminton?
Q2.Which body position helps generate power?
Q3.Delaying hitting the shuttle can be effective for what?
Q4.Why is confidence and good composure required in an assessment?
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